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Category Archives: LXer
Machine Learning in Linux: Fooocus – image generating software
Fooocus is image generating software that allows users to focus on text prompts to generate images. It’s built entirely on the Stable Diffusion XL architecture.
EdgeDB Rebrands as Gel, Brings Full SQL Support
EdgeDB is now Gel, fully supports SQL and integrates seamlessly with Postgres.
zlib-rs is faster than C
I’m sure we can all have a calm, rational discussion about this, so here it goes: zlib-rs, the Rust re-implementation of the zlib library, is now faster than its C counterparts in both decompression and compression.
How to Use Wildcards to Match Filenames in Linux
Finding files in Linux might seem confusing at first, but don’t worry, it gets easier once you understand wildcards. Wildcards are special symbols that help you select multiple files or folders without typing each name separately.
App Grid Wizard Puts GNOME Shell Shortcuts into Folders
The application picker (aka app grid) in GNOME Shell is pretty perfect as it comes, showing launchers for installed apps plus the ability to rearrange them using drag and drop and create custom folders to group apps together.
Murena kicks Google out of the Pixel Tablet
Privacy-centric Android makes more sense on this form factor than a phone. We had a play with Murena’s first tablet, a Google Pixel running /e/OS, its in-house de-Googled Android 13 with additional privacy features.
Rust In Linux Kernel: Christoph Hellwig Steps Down As DMA Maintainer
Christoph Hellwig has stepped down as the maintainer of the DMA mapping subsystem in Linux Kernel, with Marek Szyprowski taking over.
Haasoscope Pro Open Source USB Oscilloscope with 2 GHz Bandwidth and 3.2 GS/s Sampling
Crowd Supply recently launched Haasoscope Pro, an upgraded version of the original open-source USB oscilloscope introduced in 2018. It features a 2 GHz bandwidth, 12-bit resolution, and a 3.2 GS/s sampling rate, providing an open-hardware solution for high-speed signal analysis.
Immich 1.127 Introduces Face Tagging & Memory Enhancements
Immich 1.127, a self-hosted photo and video backup solution, enhances the memories feature, adds manual face tagging, and introduces star rating search.
6 Best Free and Open Source Syntax Highlighters
It’s not only text editors that offer syntax highlighting. We explore specialised tools that offer syntax highlighting for a whole raft of programming languages.
Introducing a terms of use and updated privacy notice for Firefox
We’re introducing a Terms of Use for Firefox for the first time, along with an updated Privacy Notice. Why now? Although we’ve historically relied on our open source license for Firefox and public commitments to you, we are building in a much different technology landscape today. We want to make these commitments abundantly clear and accessible.
6 features I wish Linux would borrow from MacOS
As a long-time Linux and MacOS user, I see the benefits of each operating system. In fact, I use each for specific purposes, and they rarely cross over. For many years, though, there have been things I’d like to see Linux borrow from MacOS.
What is virtualization and how does it benefit your server?
What is virtualization, and how does it benefit your server? In computing, virtualization divides physical computer resources into individual virtual machines called virtual private servers (VPS).
KDE Plasma 6.3.2 Desktop Environment Released
KDE Plasma 6.3.2 improves Discover, KWin, and Plasma Addons with important bug fixes and tweaks for a smoother desktop.
Docker vs Podman: Which One Should You Use to Run Your App?
Let’s dive into what Docker and Podman are, compare their features, and decide which one is better for your specific use case.
Framework Announces Framework Desktop and 2-in-1 Framework Laptop 12
Framework announced today during its “Second Gen” event two new, upcoming products, the Framework Desktop and Framework Laptop 12, along with an updated Framework Laptop 13.
DietPi Late February 2025 Update (Version 9.11)
The late February update of DietPi v9.11 introduces support for Pi-hole v6 while improving system stability, first-boot automation, and network reliability during initial setup, along with resolving kernel selection issues on Raspberry Pi.
12 Best Free and Open Source QR Code Tools
There’s a good range of QR tools available for Linux. Here’s our verdict captured in a legendary LinuxLinks-style ratings chart.
Gentoo Linux Offers Bootable QCOW2 Images For Cloud Deployment
Gentoo Linux offers bootable QCOW2 disk images for amd64 and arm64 architectures, designed for cloud environments and easy testing with QEMU.